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Thoughtful Walking

Tuesday, 20 August 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011

Information: Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323
Sponsored by St. George's Church, La Canada. Participants will be handed a slip of paper with a quotation, will be free to roam around the gardens to ponder the question, and for the last 20 minutes will gather in the outdoor patio area to share what insights they have gained. Regular admission prices apply to enter the garden, but many weekly walkers have memberships that allow them to sign in themselves and a guest. All are welcome.
Contemplative Eucharist

Tuesday, 20 August 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, 91767

Information: 909.622.2015 or stpaulspomona@yahoo.com
Join us in the Lady Chapel for a celebration of the Eucharist and contemplative worship service.

[IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training

Friday, 23 August 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Central Lutheran Church / Iglesia Luterana Central, 6425 Tyrone Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91401, USA

Information: mtaylor@ladiocese.org
The Diocese of Los Angeles, through its IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service) ministry, is a member of the newly formed Ecumenical Collaborative for Asylum Seekers (ECAS), which will hold two one-day orientation and training sessions for for potential sponsors and support circles for individuals and families seeking asylum. The training (also on Aug. 24) will be in English and Spanish, and lunch will be provided. The training is identical on both days; participants need attend only one. There is no charge, but reservations are requested.

[IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training

Saturday, 24 August 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
East Whittier Christian Church, 9951 Mills Ave, Whittier, CA 90604, USA

Information: mtaylor@ladiocese.org
The Diocese of Los Angeles, through its IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service) ministry, is a member of the newly formed Ecumenical Collaborative for Asylum Seekers (ECAS), which will hold two one-day orientation and training sessions for for potential sponsors and support circles for individuals and families seeking asylum. The training (also on Aug. 23) will be in English and Spanish, and lunch will be provided. The training is identical on both days; participants need attend only one. There is no charge, but reservations are requested.
Feast in the Field

Saturday, 24 August 2019 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Abundant Table Farm, 1012 West Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo, CA 93010
This farm to fork dinner fundraiser supports our ecological justice, environmental stewardship and farm education programs for youth and their families.

Three-course meal prepared by local chefs from Seasons Catering featuring...
- Organic produce from The Abundant Table
- Locally raised beef and pork from Watkins Cattle Co.
- Organically crafted beer from Leashless Brewing
- Local wine
Ticket Prices:
- Adult- $90
- Youth- $45 (6-20 years old)

Visitation: Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce

Sunday, 25 August 2019
St. Andrew's Church, Ojai

Service time to be announced

Lectio Divina

Monday, 26 August 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651

Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org
Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read, and in silent prayer we are gradually led from mind to heart, taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer.
Centering Prayer

Monday, 26 August 2019 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651

Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org
Preceded by Lectio Divina

	August 2019
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			1	2	3 On the Road: A Spirituality Series for Men (session 2) On the Road: A Spirituality Series for Men (session 2) Saturday August 3, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm St. Joseph Center - Spirituality Building, 434 S. Batavia Street, Orange, CA Join other men as we explore treasures of the desert experienced by Jesus and the monastics- solitude, silence, and surrender, using the American Southwest and the travelogue of Fr Brad Karelius, author of Desert Spirit Places: The Sacred Southwest, as a backdrop. Fr. Karelius will present his own desert encounters after his life fell apart in the catastrophic health crises of his son Erik. We will discover resources for our own journey within desert wisdom and Ignatian spirituality, with significant time for personal contemplation and group discussion. See more details •	4
5 Lectio Divina Lectio Divina Monday August 5, 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read, and in silent prayer we are gradually led from mind to heart, taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer. See more details Centering Prayer Centering Prayer Monday August 5, 2019 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Preceded by Lectio Divina See more details Interfaith Activism: Forum with Rep. Adam Schiff Interfaith Activism: Forum with Rep. Adam Schiff Monday August 5, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm All Saints Episcopal Church, 132 N Euclid Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA Livestream: https://allsaints-pas.org/live-stream Information: 323.258.6722 Adam Schiff, U.S. Representative for California's 28th District, will lead a community forum on Interfaith Activism to "explore ways to combat bigotry and discrimination and promote pluralism, acceptance and freedom for all," according to an announcement from the parish. Sponsored by the Muslim Public Affairs Counsel, the Islamic Center of Southern California, IKAR and All Saints Church, the evening will include panel discussions with community and faith leaders in conversation with Schiff. Panelists will include Andre Henry, Omar Ricci, Brooke Wirtschafter, Salam Al-Marayati and the Rev. Susan Russell of All Saints. Although all space at the church has been reserved, anyone interested is invited to participate via live-stream. For information call 323.258.6722 or email to prema@mpac.org. See more details • • •	6 Thoughtful Walking Thoughtful Walking Tuesday August 6, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011 Information: Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323 Sponsored by St. George's Church, La Canada. Participants will be handed a slip of paper with a quotation, will be free to roam around the gardens to ponder the question, and for the last 20 minutes will gather in the outdoor patio area to share what insights they have gained. Regular admission prices apply to enter the garden, but many weekly walkers have memberships that allow them to sign in themselves and a guest. All are welcome. See more details Contemplative Eucharist Contemplative Eucharist Tuesday August 6, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, 91767 Information: 909.622.2015 or stpaulspomona@yahoo.com Join us in the Lady Chapel for a celebration of the Eucharist and contemplative worship service. See more details • •	7	8	9 Friday Night Farming Friday Night Farming Saturday August 10, 2019 1:00 am - 2:30 am 840 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA Information: http://www.seedsofhopela.org/ Seeds of Hope, a food justice program based in Los Angeles, invites all volunteers for an evening of service and fellowship. Participants will help maintain the Edendale Grove Garden and its living labyrinth, share a fresh dinner on the roof of the Cathedral Center, and view an episode of the six-part KCET miniseries “LA Foodways: From Farm to Freeway,” in which Seeds of Hope and its director Tim Alderson are featured. See more details •	10	11
12 Lectio Divina Lectio Divina Monday August 12, 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read, and in silent prayer we are gradually led from mind to heart, taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer. See more details Centering Prayer Centering Prayer Monday August 12, 2019 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Preceded by Lectio Divina See more details • •	13 Thoughtful Walking Thoughtful Walking Tuesday August 13, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011 Information: Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323 Sponsored by St. George's Church, La Canada. Participants will be handed a slip of paper with a quotation, will be free to roam around the gardens to ponder the question, and for the last 20 minutes will gather in the outdoor patio area to share what insights they have gained. Regular admission prices apply to enter the garden, but many weekly walkers have memberships that allow them to sign in themselves and a guest. All are welcome. See more details Contemplative Eucharist Contemplative Eucharist Tuesday August 13, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, 91767 Information: 909.622.2015 or stpaulspomona@yahoo.com Join us in the Lady Chapel for a celebration of the Eucharist and contemplative worship service. See more details • •	14	15	16	17	18
19 Lectio Divina Lectio Divina Monday August 19, 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read, and in silent prayer we are gradually led from mind to heart, taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer. See more details Centering Prayer Centering Prayer Monday August 19, 2019 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Preceded by Lectio Divina See more details • •	20 Thoughtful Walking Thoughtful Walking Tuesday August 20, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011 Information: Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323 Sponsored by St. George's Church, La Canada. Participants will be handed a slip of paper with a quotation, will be free to roam around the gardens to ponder the question, and for the last 20 minutes will gather in the outdoor patio area to share what insights they have gained. Regular admission prices apply to enter the garden, but many weekly walkers have memberships that allow them to sign in themselves and a guest. All are welcome. See more details Contemplative Eucharist Contemplative Eucharist Tuesday August 20, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, 91767 Information: 909.622.2015 or stpaulspomona@yahoo.com Join us in the Lady Chapel for a celebration of the Eucharist and contemplative worship service. See more details • •	21	22	23 [IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training [IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training Friday August 23, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Central Lutheran Church / Iglesia Luterana Central, 6425 Tyrone Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91401, USA Information: mtaylor@ladiocese.org The Diocese of Los Angeles, through its IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service) ministry, is a member of the newly formed Ecumenical Collaborative for Asylum Seekers (ECAS), which will hold two one-day orientation and training sessions for for potential sponsors and support circles for individuals and families seeking asylum. The training (also on Aug. 24) will be in English and Spanish, and lunch will be provided. The training is identical on both days; participants need attend only one. There is no charge, but reservations are requested. See more details •	24 [IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training [IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training Saturday August 24, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm East Whittier Christian Church, 9951 Mills Ave, Whittier, CA 90604, USA Information: mtaylor@ladiocese.org The Diocese of Los Angeles, through its IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service) ministry, is a member of the newly formed Ecumenical Collaborative for Asylum Seekers (ECAS), which will hold two one-day orientation and training sessions for for potential sponsors and support circles for individuals and families seeking asylum. The training (also on Aug. 23) will be in English and Spanish, and lunch will be provided. The training is identical on both days; participants need attend only one. There is no charge, but reservations are requested. See more details Feast in the Field Feast in the Field Saturday August 24, 2019 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Abundant Table Farm, 1012 West Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo, CA 93010 This farm to fork dinner fundraiser supports our ecological justice, environmental stewardship and farm education programs for youth and their families. Three-course meal prepared by local chefs from Seasons Catering featuring... Organic produce from The Abundant Table Locally raised beef and pork from Watkins Cattle Co. Organically crafted beer from Leashless Brewing Local wine Ticket Prices: Adult- $90 Youth- $45 (6-20 years old) See more details • •	25 Visitation: Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce Visitation: Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce Sunday August 25, 2019 St. Andrew's Church, Ojai Service time to be announced See more details •
26 Lectio Divina Lectio Divina Monday August 26, 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read, and in silent prayer we are gradually led from mind to heart, taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer. See more details Centering Prayer Centering Prayer Monday August 26, 2019 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651 Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org Preceded by Lectio Divina See more details • •	27 Thoughtful Walking Thoughtful Walking Tuesday August 27, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge 91011 Information: Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323 Sponsored by St. George's Church, La Canada. Participants will be handed a slip of paper with a quotation, will be free to roam around the gardens to ponder the question, and for the last 20 minutes will gather in the outdoor patio area to share what insights they have gained. Regular admission prices apply to enter the garden, but many weekly walkers have memberships that allow them to sign in themselves and a guest. All are welcome. See more details Contemplative Eucharist Contemplative Eucharist Tuesday August 27, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona, 91767 Information: 909.622.2015 or stpaulspomona@yahoo.com Join us in the Lady Chapel for a celebration of the Eucharist and contemplative worship service. See more details Taizé Service of Healing and Wholeness Taizé Service of Healing and Wholeness Tuesday August 27, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm St Francis Episcopal Church, 2200 Vía Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274, USA This meditative Taizé service includes candlelight, periods of silence, chants and intercessory prayer with a prayer team leader. Taizé is a calming and beautiful form of sung contemplative prayer developed in an ecumenical monastery in France. The service will be followed by a reception with light refreshments. St. Francis' Church offers Taizé services monthly throughout the year on the fourth Tuesday. Donations are welcome. See more details • • •	28	29	30 Filipino Convocation Filipino Convocation Friday August 30, 2019 - Sunday September 1, 2019 Open to all See more details •	31 Filipino Convocation Filipino Convocation Friday August 30, 2019 - Sunday September 1, 2019 Open to all See more details •

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Thoughtful Walking

Contemplative Eucharist

[IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training

[IRIS] Refugee Sponsor & Advocate Training

Feast in the Field

Visitation: Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce

Lectio Divina

Centering Prayer

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